Before the season, Donnie Walsh spoke of this season being his last and the Pacers' media guide paid tribute to him on their cover.

But Herb Simon said Thursday he plans to offer Walsh a contract to return.

"A man with his prestige, he can do it any way he wants to do it," Simon said. "One year, two years, 10 years, we'll work it out.

"I've told him, 'To be honest, what else are you going to do?' He's so wrapped up in his team and his family. I wish he would take it easier emotionally and not get so distraught when we lose. But he loves what he does and we love having him."